The more we traverse the Spanish countryside the better we get at navigating and appreciating the many regions and the beauty of Spain. We are still in the Asturias and enjoying the culture of this region. It is not quite Basque and not quite Spanish and very different from the other regions we have visited before. The food and drink are phenomenal and the specialties of the area change every few days. We are trying new things everyday and have not been disappointed. I am excited to try some of these things on you when we return. We are truly enjoying this area and the kindness of the people we meet each day.
Today we had a most beautiful walk. I think that most people who walk the Primitivo are ardent walkers who enjoy the challenge of long arduous trails. Some how we seem to fit in and are meeting up with most of the people we have met along the way. Our guide book today had these instructions for us as part of today's trek: "Keep straight on the footpath through Montefurado, skirting a rock wall and a house. After reaching a shell perched before a tree, climb over a rock wall and join a footpath. Pass through a fence after 900 meters and follow the footpath for 2.6 km. Join a paved road, turning left at conflicting arrows. Pass the chapel that has a carving of an apostle. After this, a steep descent will begin immediately over the next 16.5 km." It was stunning!
Our days are filled with strenuous and beautiful walks. It is amazing to walk along these pieces of history. We are feeling stronger each and every day and are doing well with our routine. We think of you over these hours of walking...many prayers your way. We love you and are excited to share our stories when we see you. You are loved...
Buen Camino!
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